Arrests after body discovered in Derry alleyway

Two people are in custody on suspicion of murder

Police investigating the murder of a man in Derry have made two arrests.

Shortly before 2.45am this morning, the body of a young man was found in an alleyway on Creggan Street.

He had suffered significant head injuries.

A 35-year-old woman and 51-year-old man were arrested in the City earlier today and are currently in police custody.

The area between Creggan Street and Little Diamond remains closed.

Police would like to thank members of the public for their patience and ask them to avoid the area if possible while the investigation into this serious incident continues.

Detective Chief Inspector Eamonn Corrigan said:

“I am appealing for anyone who was in the Creggan Street or Little Diamond area of the city late last night or early this morning and who witnessed anything or anyone who has any information that can assist with my investigation to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference 244 of 25/11/18.

Alternatively information can be passed to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”